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Nikon Coolpix P950 User manual

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DIGITAL CAMERA
Reference Manual
•
R
ead this manual thoroughly before using the camera.
•
To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read “
For
y
our safety (page 12)”.
•
Be sure to read “
Do not point the lens at the sun (page
285)” in “ Caring for the product (page 285)”.
•
I
f this is your rst time using the camera, see “
Getting
star
ted (page 36)”and “
Basic operations of shooting
and playback (page 47)”
.
•
After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible
place for future reference.
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Types of manuals
T
he following manuals are available for this camera.
Manual Description
Reference Manual
(this manual)
Explains details about using the camera.
Online Manual You can view the Reference Manual content online.
https://onlinemanual
.nikonimglib.com/p950/en/
SnapBridge Online
H
elp
Explains details about using the app for smart devices,
“SnapBridge”.
https://nikonimglib.com/snbr/onlinehelp/en/index.html
Quick Start Guide A manual included with the camera.
Explains pr
eparation for shooting and basic operations.
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Table of contents
Table of contents
I
ntroduction ............................................................................................................................ 8
Read this rst ....................................................................................................................................... 9
For your safety .................................................................................................................................. 12
Parts of the camera ............................................................................................................ 16
T
he camera body ............................................................................................................................. 17
Principle functions of the controls ............................................................................................ 20
The monitor/viewnder ................................................................................................................25
Switching the information displayed on the screen (
button) ............................. 32
P
ower-on lamp (charge lamp) .................................................................................................... 34
Getting started .................................................................................................................... 36
A
ttaching the strap ......................................................................................................................... 37
Attaching/removing the lens cap and lens hood ................................................................38
Inserting the battery and memory card ..................................................................................39
Charging the battery ......................................................................................................................41
Opening the monitor ..................................................................................................................... 43
Camera setup ....................................................................................................................................44
Basic operations of shooting and playback .............................................................. 47
Shooting still images
......................................................................................................................48
Recording movies ............................................................................................................................53
Switching between the monitor and viewnder .................................................................54
Playing back images .......................................................................................................................55
Deleting images ...............................................................................................................................57
Shooting features ............................................................................................................... 60
S
electing a shooting mode (mode dial) .................................................................................. 61
Auto mode (standard shooting) .................................................................................................62
, , , and modes ................................................................................................................. 63
Shooting with the Bulb setting or T
ime setting (when in
mode) .............................69
(user settings) mode ..................................................................................................................71
C
reative mode (applying eects when shooting) ............................................................... 75
Scene mode (shooting suited to the shooting conditions) ............................................. 78
Bird-watching .................................................................................................................................................. 79
Moon .....................................................................................................................................................................80
Portrait ..................................................................................................................................................................81
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Table of contents
Landscape ..........................................................................................................................................................81
Spor
ts ....................................................................................................................................................................82
Night portrait ...................................................................................................................................................83
Party/indoor ......................................................................................................................................................83
Beach .....................................................................................................................................................................84
Snow ......................................................................................................................................................................84
Sunset ...................................................................................................................................................................84
Dusk/dawn ........................................................................................................................................................85
Night landscape .............................................................................................................................................85
Close-up ..............................................................................................................................................................86
Food .......................................................................................................................................................................87
Fireworks show ............................................................................................................................................... 88
Backlighting ......................................................................................................................................................88
Easy panorama ................................................................................................................................................89
Pet portrait .........................................................................................................................................................92
Selective color ................................................................................................................................................. 93
Multiple exp. Lighten .................................................................................................................................. 94
Setting the ash mode, self-timer, focus mode, and exposure compensation .........98
Flash mode .........................................................................................................................................99
Self-timer ..........................................................................................................................................102
Smile timer ...................................................................................................................................... 104
Using autofocus .............................................................................................................................106
Using manual focus ......................................................................................................................113
Exposure compensation .............................................................................................................117
Default settings (ash, self-timer, and focus mode) .........................................................119
Using the
(function) button .............................................................................................. 121
U
sing the zoom ............................................................................................................................. 124
Functions that cannot be used simultaneously when shooting .................................127
Playback features ............................................................................................................. 131
Playback zoom ...............................................................................................................................132
Crop ................................................................................................................................................... 134
Thumbnail playback/calendar display .................................................................................. 136
Viewing and deleting images in a sequence ......................................................................138
Playback with easy panorama ..................................................................................................140
Editing images (still images) .....................................................................................................142
Printing still images ......................................................................................................................143
Movies ..................................................................................................................................
144
Basic operations of movie recording and movie playback ............................................145
Capturing still images while recording movies ................................................................. 149
Movie manual .................................................................................................................................150
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Table of contents
Time-lapse movie ..........................................................................................................................
153
Operations during movie playback ........................................................................................156
Editing movies ............................................................................................................................... 158
Using the menu ................................................................................................................ 161
Menu operations ...........................................................................................................................162
Menu lists .........................................................................................................................................166
The shooting menu (common across shooting modes) .................................................174
Image quality ................................................................................................................................................174
Image size .......................................................................................................................................................175
The shooting menu (
, , , , or mode) ...................................................................177
P
icture Control ............................................................................................................................................. 177
Custom Picture Control ..........................................................................................................................180
White balance ...............................................................................................................................................181
Metering ...........................................................................................................................................................184
Continuous .....................................................................................................................................................185
ISO sensitivity ................................................................................................................................................189
Exposure bracketing .................................................................................................................................190
AF area mode ............................................................................................................................................... 191
Autofocus mode ......................................................................................................................................... 196
Flash exp. comp. ......................................................................................................................................... 196
Noise reduction lter ............................................................................................................................... 197
Long exposure NR ..................................................................................................................................... 197
Active D-Lighting ....................................................................................................................................... 197
Multiple exposure ......................................................................................................................................198
Zoom memory .............................................................................................................................................200
Startup zoom position ............................................................................................................................ 201
M exposure preview .................................................................................................................................201
The Movie manual mode menu .............................................................................................. 203
The movie menu ........................................................................................................................... 204
Movie options ...............................................................................................................................................204
Autofocus mode ......................................................................................................................................... 206
Electronic VR ..................................................................................................................................................207
Wind noise reduction ..............................................................................................................................208
Zoom microphone ....................................................................................................................................208
Frame rate .......................................................................................................................................................209
External mic sensitivity ........................................................................................................................... 209
The playback menu ......................................................................................................................211
Mark for upload ...........................................................................................................................................211
Quick retouch ............................................................................................................................................... 212
D-Lighting .......................................................................................................................................................213
Skin softening ...............................................................................................................................................213
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Table of contents
Filter eec
ts ....................................................................................................................................................214
Slide show .......................................................................................................................................................216
Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................218
Rotate image .................................................................................................................................................218
Small picture ................................................................................................................................................. 220
Sequence display ....................................................................................................................................... 221
Key picture selection ................................................................................................................................222
The network menu .......................................................................................................................223
The setup menu ............................................................................................................................ 227
Time zone and date ..................................................................................................................................227
Slot empty release lock .......................................................................................................................... 229
Monitor settings ..........................................................................................................................................229
EVF auto toggle ...........................................................................................................................................232
Date stamp .....................................................................................................................................................232
Self-timer: after release ........................................................................................................................... 233
Vibration reduction ...................................................................................................................................234
AF assist ............................................................................................................................................................235
Digital zoom .................................................................................................................................................. 235
Assign side zoom control ......................................................................................................................236
Snap-back zoom .........................................................................................................................................236
Assign side dial ............................................................................................................................................ 236
AE/AF lock button ......................................................................................................................................237
Sound settings .............................................................................................................................................238
Auto o .............................................................................................................................................................238
Format card ....................................................................................................................................................239
Language .........................................................................................................................................................239
HDMI .................................................................................................................................................................. 239
Charge by computer ................................................................................................................................241
Image comment .........................................................................................................................................241
Copyright information ............................................................................................................................ 242
Location data ................................................................................................................................................ 243
Toggle Av/Tv selection ............................................................................................................................244
Reset le numbering ................................................................................................................................244
Peaking ............................................................................................................................................................. 245
Reset all .............................................................................................................................................................245
Conformity marking ................................................................................................................................. 246
Firmware version ........................................................................................................................................ 246
Connecting the camera to a TV or computer ........................................................ 247
Viewing images on a TV ............................................................................................................. 248
Transferring images to a computer ........................................................................................250
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Table of contents
Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 254
List of ac
cessories ......................................................................................................................... 255
EH-5d AC Adapter and EP-5C Power Connector ................................................................258
Speedlights (external ash units) ............................................................................................259
ML-L7 Remote Control ................................................................................................................ 261
If there is a problem ........................................................................................................ 266
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 267
Error messages ...............................................................................................................................280
Technical notes .................................................................................................................
283
Notes about wireless communication functions .............................................................. 284
Caring for the product ................................................................................................................ 285
Cleaning and storage .................................................................................................................. 290
File names ........................................................................................................................................291
Specications ................................................................................................................................. 292
Trademarks ......................................................................................................................................298
Index................................................................................................................................................... 300
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Introduction
Introduction
Read this rst
........................................................................................................................... 9
For your safety ...................................................................................................................... 12
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Introduction
Read this rst
Read this rst
Descriptions in this manual
•
Symbols
Symbol Description
This icon marks cautions and information that should be read before
using the camera.
This icon marks notes and information that should be read before
using the camera.
This icon marks other pages containing relevant information.
• SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are referred to as “memory cards” in this
manual
.
• Smartphones and tablets are referred to as “smart devices.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• The names of menu items displayed on the camera screen, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed on a computer screen are enclosed in [ ]
(brackets).
• Images are sometimes omitted from screen display samples so that screen
indicators can be more clearly shown.
Information and precautions
Life-long learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-long learning” commitment to ongoing product support and
education, continually updated information is available online at the following
websites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: https://www.nikonusa.com/
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• For users in Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these websites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips,
answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging
and photography. Additional information may be available from the Nikon
representative in your area. Visit the website below for contact information.
https://imaging.nikon.com/
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Introduction
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● B
efore taking important pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking
the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning
normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost prots that may result from
product malfunction.
● Use only Nikon brand electronic accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex
electronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery
chargers, batteries, AC adapters, and USB cables) certied by Nikon specically for use
with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and proven to operate within the
operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA
AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
A holographic seal that indicates an accessory as an authentic Nikon product is
axed to the dedicated rechargeable Li-ion battery.
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon
holog
raphic seal could interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the
batteries overheating, igniting, rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized
Nikon dealer.
● About the manuals
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
language in any form, by any means, without Nikon’s prior written permission.
• Illustrations and screen content shown in this manual may dier from the actual
product.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specications of the hardware and software
described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice.
• Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product.
• While every eort was made to ensure that the information in these manuals is
accurate and complete, we would appreciate it were you to bring any errors or
omissions to the attention of the Nikon representative in your area (address
provided separately).
● Comply with copyright notices
Under copyright law, photographs or recordings of copyrighted works made with the
camera can not be used without the permission of the copyright holder. Exceptions
apply to personal use, but note that even personal use may be restricted in the case
of photographs or recordings of exhibits or live performances.
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● D
isposing of data storage devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory
cards does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted les can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software,
potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy
of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person,
make sure to reset all of the camera’s settings in the setup menu
[Reset all]. A
fter
resetting, erase all data in the device using commercial deletion software, or format
the device in the setup menu
[F
ormat card], then completely rell it with images
containing no private information (for example, images of empty sky). Care should be
taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroying memory
cards.
● Conformity marking
Follow the procedure below to display the conformity markings that the camera
complies with.
Press the
button select (setup) button Conformity marking
button
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Introduction
For your safety
For your safety
T
o prevent damage to property or injury to yourself or to others, read “For your
safety” in its entirety before using this product.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them.
DANGER
Failure to observe the precautions
mark
ed with this icon carries a high
risk of death or severe injury.
WARNING
Failure to observe the precautions
mark
ed with this icon could result in
death or severe injury.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the precautions
mark
ed with this icon could result in
injury or property damage.
WARNING
• Do not use while walking or operating a vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents or other injury.
• Do not disassemble or mo
dify this product. Do not touch internal parts
that become exposed as the result of a fall or other accident. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in electric shock or other injury.
• S
hould you notice any abnormalities such as the product producing
smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or
power source. Continued operation could result in re, burns or other injury.
• K
eep dry. Do not handle with wet hands. Do not handle the plug with wet
hands. Failure to observe these precautions could result in re or electric shock.
• Do not let y
our skin remain in prolonged contact with this product while it
is on or plugged in. Failure to observe this precaution could result in low-
temperature burns.
13
Introduction
For your safety
• Do not use this pr
oduct in the presence of ammable dust or gas such as
propane, gasoline or aerosols. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
explosion or re.
• Do not aim the ash at the op
erator of a motor vehicle. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in accidents.
• K
eep this product out of reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury or product malfunction. In addition, note that small parts
constitute a choking hazard. Should a child swallow any part of this product, seek
immediate medical attention.
• Do not en
tangle, wrap or twist the straps around your neck. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in accidents.
• Do not use batt
eries, chargers, AC adapters, or USB cables not specically
designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, AC
adapters, and USB cables designated for use with this product, do not:
- Damage, modify, forcibly tug or bend the cords or cables, place them
under heavy objects, or expose them to heat or ame.
- Use travel converters or adapters designed to convert from one voltage
to another or with DC-to-AC inverters.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in re or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug when char
ging the product or using the AC adapter
during thunderstorms. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric
shock.
• Do not handle with bar
e hands in locations exposed to extremely high or
low temperatures. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or
frostbite.
C
AUTION
• Do not leave the lens pointed at the sun or other strong light sources. Light
focused by the lens could cause re or damage to product’s internal parts. When
shooting backlit subjects, keep the sun well out of the frame. Sunlight focused into
the camera when the sun is close to the frame could cause re.
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Introduction
For your safety
• T
urn this product o when its use is prohibited. Disable wireless features
when the use of wireless equipment is prohibited. The radio-frequency
emissions produced by this product could interfere with equipment onboard
aircraft or in hospitals or other medical facilities.
• Remo
ve the battery and disconnect the AC adapter if this product will not
be used for an extended period. Failure to observe this precaution could result
in re or product malfunction.
• Do not t
ouch moving parts of the lens or other moving parts. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in injury.
• Do not r
e the ash in contact with or in close proximity to the skin or
objects. Failure to observe this precaution could result in burns or re.
• Do not r
aise the built-in ash when using a ash unit mounted on the
camera accessory shoe. Failure to observe this precaution could result in re or
product malfunction.
• Do not leav
e the product where it will be exposed to extremely high
temperatures, for an extended period such as in an enclosed automobile
or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could result in re or
product malfunction.
• Do not tr
ansport the camera with a tripod or similar accessory attached.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction.
D
ANGER for batteries
• Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could
result in the batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching re:
- Use only rechargeable batteries approved for use in this product.
- Do not expose batteries to ame or excessive heat.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not short-circuit the terminals by touching them to necklaces, hairpins, or
other metal objects.
- Do not expose batteries or the products in which they are inserted to powerful
physical shocks.
- Do not step on batteries, pierce them with nails, or strike them with hammers.
• C
harge only as indicated. Failure to observe this precaution could result in the
batteries leaking, overheating, rupturing, or catching re.
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Introduction
For your safety
• I
f battery liquid comes into contact with the eyes, rinse with plenty of clean
water and seek immediate medical attention. Delaying action could result in
eye injuries.
W
ARNING for batteries
• Keep batteries out of reach of children. Should a child swallow a battery, seek
immediate medical attention.
• K
eep batteries out of reach of household pets and other animals. The
batteries could leak, overheat, rupture, or catch re if bitten, chewed, or otherwise
damaged by animals.
• Do not immerse batt
eries in water or expose to rain. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in re or product malfunction.
Immediately dry the product with a towel or similar object should it become wet.
• D
iscontinue use immediately should you notice any changes in the
batteries, such as discoloration or deformation. Cease charging EN-EL20a
rechargeable batteries if they do not charge in the specied period of time.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in the batteries leaking,
overheating, rupturing, or catching re.
• W
hen batteries are no longer needed, insulate the terminals with tape.
Overheating, rupture, or re may result should metal objects come into contact
with the terminals.
• I
f battery liquid comes into contact with a person’s skin or clothing,
immediately rinse the aected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in skin irritation.
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Parts of the camera
Parts of the camera
The camera body ................................................................................................................. 17
P
rinciple functions of the controls ................................................................................ 20
The monitor/viewnder .................................................................................................... 25
Switching the information displayed on the screen (
button) ...................32
P
ower-on lamp (charge lamp) ........................................................................................ 34
17
Parts of the camera
The camera body
The camera body
1
Eyelet for strap ....................................37
2
Command dial
3
Power switch/power-on lamp
(
charge lamp) .......................34, 41, 44
4
Mode dial ............................................... 61
5
Microphone (stereo) ..........
145, 208
6
Lens
7
Self-timer lamp .....................
102, 104
Red-eye reduction lamp ............
101
AF-assist illuminator .....................
235
8
(function) button ..................121
9
Zoom control
•
: Wide-angle ...........................
124
•
: Telephoto ................................
124
•
: Thumbnail playback ......136
•
: Playback zoom .....................
132
10
Shutter-release button ........48, 108
11
Connector cover .......... 41, 248, 250
12
Micro-USB connector .......... 41, 250
13
HDMI micro connector (Type
D) ..............................................................
248
18
Parts of the camera
The camera body
14
Built-in ash
.................................. 52, 99
15
(ash pop
-up) button .....................
................................................................52, 99
16
External microphone connector
co
ver ...................................................... 256
17
Accessory shoe .....................
255, 259
18
Diopter adjustment control ....... 54
19
Speaker ......................................156, 238
20
Accessory terminal ........................
256
21
Side dial ................................................
236
22
Side zoom control
•
: Wide-angle
•
: Telephoto
.....................................................................
125
23
(snap-back zoom) button ..........
.....................................................................126
19
Parts of the camera
The camera body
24
Electronic vie
wnder ......................54
25
Eye sensor ..............................................54
26
(monitor) button ......................54
27
(AE-L/AF-L) button ......111, 237
28
Focus-mode selector ........
106, 113
29
( movie-record)
butt
on ........................................... 53, 145
30
(playback) button .................... 55
31
(display) button .................... 32
32
(apply selection) button ....162
33
Rotary multi selector (multi
selec
tor)
Pressing up, down, left, or right
on the multi selector is expressed
as
, , , or .
.............................................................
98, 162
34
(delete) button ............................ 57
35
(menu) button ..........
162, 166
36
Battery-chamber/memory card
slot co
ver ................................................39
37
Power connector cover (for
optional A
C adapter) ................... 255
38
Tripod socket
39
Monitor ............................................25, 43
20
Parts of the camera
Principle functions of the controls
Principle functions of the controls
Control Main function
Mode dial
For shooting
S
elect a shooting mode.
Selecting a shooting mode (mode dial) (page 61)
Focus-mode selector
For shooting
S
elect
(autofocus) or (manual focus).
Using autofocus (page 106)
Using manual focus (page 113)
(AE-L/AF-L) button
For shooting
L
ock the exposure or focus.
Focus lock (page 111)
AE/AF lock button (page 237)
Zoom control
For shooting
M
ove toward
( ) (telephoto) to zoom in closer to the
subject, and move toward ( ) (wide-angle) to zoom out
and vie
w a larger area.
Using the zoom control (page 124)
For playback
•
M
ove toward
( ) to zoom in on the image, and move
t
oward
( ) to display images as thumbnails or the
calendar
.
Playback zoom (page 132)
Thumbnail playback/calendar display (page 136)
•
A
djust the volume for movie playback.
/